16/10/2025
How to Get Divorce in Malaysia? - Joint Petition (Non-Muslim)
📌 Requirement Of Joint Petition
1. Marriage Duration
The couple must be married for at least 2 years before filing, unless there are exceptional circumstances (which typically apply to single petitions only).
2. Mutual Agreement
Both husband and wife must agree:
-To divorce
-On all major terms (e.g. child custody, maintenance, property division)
3. Marriage Registration
The marriage must be registered under Malaysian civil law (i.e., not customary or religious only).
4. Jurisdiction
At least one party must be domiciled or residing in Malaysia at the time of filing
📌 Procedure Of Joint Petition
1. Agreement
Both husband and wife agree to divorce and settle all issues (children, maintenance, property).
2. Prepare documents
Lawyer drafts the Joint Petition and Settlement Agreement. Attach marriage certificate, IC copies, and any children’s birth certificates.
3. File in court
Submit documents to the High Court. Pay the filing fee.
4. Court hearing
Both attend (Can be online). Judge confirms consent and welfare of children.
5. Decree Nisi
Court grants provisional divorce order.
6. Decree Absolute
After 3 months, apply to make it final. Marriage is officially dissolved.
📌 Our Joint Petition Service Includes
1. Consultation & Legal Advice
Understand your rights, key terms of divorce and the joint divorce process in Malaysia.
2. Document Preparation & Filing
We handle all required court paperwork for you and your spouse to sign.
3. Negotiation & Agreement Finalisation
We help you and your spouse reach a fair agreement on key terms before filing.
4. Court Hearing
Both parties attend the hearing together with your lawyer.
5. Post-Divorce Assistance
Help with submitting the divorce order to JPN.
6. All Court Fees Included
Covers all statutory and court-filing fees.
📌Documents Required For Joint Petition
1. IC or Passport (foreigner) of both spouses
2. Marriage Certificate (original or certified copy)
3. Children's Birth Certificate(s) (if applicable)
4. Documents relating to matrimonial assets (eg, property titles, sale and purchase agreements, EPF statements)
5. Agreed divorce terms between both parties
6. Statement as to Arrangements for Children (if there are children)
7. Any medical reports for children (if relevant)
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